Choosing heat-rejection film for your home
San Diego's sun angle and year-round mild temperatures mean residential heat gain is a real comfort and energy cost problem, not just a summer issue. Picking the right heat-rejection film for your specific window orientation saves money and avoids buyer's remorse.
What you'll learn
- What TSER and VLT ratings actually mean and which one predicts cooling performance
- How window orientation changes which film spec matters most
- Why clear UV film differs from heat-rejection film and which one you actually need
- How to get accurate quotes by measuring your windows before calling an installer
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